The Hardest Part Is Finding The Speakers
If you’re planning an event, you already know the hardest part isn’t the venue, the catering, or the AV. It’s finding the right speakers — the ones who make your attendees say, “That was worth the trip.” And if you’ve ever tried to book a celebrity keynote on your own, you’ve probably discovered how complex, political, and time-consuming it can be.
That’s where Robinson Speakers comes in.
We’re not just another speakers bureau. We’re your backstage pass to the entire talent marketplace — from headline celebrities to world-class thought leaders. And because we’ve spent years cultivating relationships at the big agencies (UTA, Harry Walker, CAA, WME), we can put those relationships to work for you.
Yes, We Can Get Celebrities
Let’s clear up the biggest myth about boutique bureaus right now: you don’t have to be UTA or Harry Walker to book a star. You just have to know them. And we do.
Robinson Speakers has active working relationships with the same agencies that represent the A-list — which means we can negotiate celebrity bookings seamlessly on your behalf. We handle all the back-and-forth with the big agencies, make sure every contractual box is ticked, and keep your event team focused on the bigger picture.
You want Henry Winkler? We know who to call. Scottie Pippen? Same. And we’ll tell you honestly whether the fee fits your budget, what to expect, and how to structure the appearance to maximize impact.
…And We Handle the Entire Lineup
While the celebrity delivers the marquee moment, you still need content-driven speakers who can run workshops, moderate panels, and deliver the practical insights your audience expects. That’s our bread and butter.
We maintain a deep bench of experts, leaders, and innovators across every industry and topic — leadership, AI, sustainability, crisis management, future trends — all at realistic fees and accustomed to corporate/association audiences.
That means you can come to us with your whole agenda and we’ll build the lineup end-to-end:
- One marquee name (brokered via our agency partners)
- One killer thought leader (from our own roster)
- One high-energy moderator or workshop facilitator
One invoice. One contract. One point of contact. Done.
Why This Matters for Event Planners
You don’t have time to juggle ten agencies and four contracts. You want confidence, speed, and transparency. By using Robinson Speakers you get:
- Direct access to celebrity talent without the “mystery tax” or hidden markups.
- Expert negotiation. We know the standard rider clauses, travel demands, and hidden costs.
- Risk mitigation. We’ll make sure backups, logistics, and timelines are airtight.
- Curated recommendations. No random lists — we match talent to your audience and objectives.
- Relationship continuity. The same person who helps you book the star also secures your breakouts.
We Make You Look Good
Event planners live or die by how the audience reacts. When you pull off a celebrity keynote plus a smartly curated program, you’re a hero. We understand that dynamic and build everything to make you shine:
- We brief talent so they understand your audience.
- We handle the unglamorous but essential logistics.
- We stay on-site or on-call during the event to troubleshoot.
- We keep the speaker happy so you can focus on the bigger picture.
Not Just Celebrities — Peace of Mind
Celebrities get attention, but flawless execution wins trust. Robinson Speakers combines the reach of a big agency with the service of a boutique. That’s why our clients come back year after year: we reduce friction, lower risk, and make events memorable.
When you work with us, you’re not just hiring a bureau; you’re outsourcing the stress of talent booking to a team that does this all day, every day.
Bottom Line
Robinson Speakers can absolutely deliver headline celebrities — because we have the relationships with the big agencies — but we don’t stop there. We also curate the content-driven speakers who fill the rest of your agenda and give your attendees the real takeaways.
Think of us as your one-stop speaker solution:
- Celebrities: Yes, we can get them.
- Thought Leaders: We have them.
- Logistics & Contracts: We handle them.
- Peace of Mind: You deserve it.
We’re not trying to be another massive agency. We’re the lean, responsive partner who makes your job easier and your event shine brighter. Whether you’re planning a national convention, a leadership off-site, or a virtual summit, Robinson Speakers is your shortcut to the perfect lineup.
Call to Action
Ready to plan your next conference? Let’s talk. We’ll show you how easily we can assemble a lineup — celebrity and all — that delights your members, fits your budget, and makes you look like a rock star.